Creamy Lemon Spinach Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, and bring to a simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the pasta is heated through.
- Serve the creamy lemon spinach pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
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